As the Session Border Controller (SBC) landscape evolves, Communications Service Providers (CSPs) face mounting pressure to secure their networks while preparing for future demands. With Microsoft exiting the network functions space and Alianza acquiring the Metaswitch Perimeta SBC, many operators are reassessing their strategies. Selecting an SBC that is stable today and adaptable for tomorrow is now a critical business decision.
Why Dialogic BorderNet SBC Is a Strategic Alternative
Dialogic BorderNet SBC from Enghouse offers a reliable, scalable replacement for Perimeta. It is designed not as a temporary fix, but as a long-term solution that equips CSPs with the flexibility, compliance, and control they require.
Key advantages include:
- Deployment flexibility: Whether you operate in on-premise, virtualised, cloud, or hybrid environments, BorderNet adapts to your infrastructure and business model.
- Carrier-grade security: Regular updates, SIP fraud protection, and compliance with standards including STIR/SHAKEN, PCI, GDPR, TLS 1.3 and IPSEC safeguard your network.
- Broad integration: Compatible with IMS platforms, VoLTE, 5G, Microsoft Teams, and SIP trunks; ensuring future-readiness across your voice ecosystem.
- Centralised control: With Enghouse EMS, CSPs benefit from unified provisioning, monitoring, and analytics; reducing operational complexity.
What Successful Migration Looks Like
While specific customer names are not disclosed, key outcomes from successful migrations to BorderNet SBC include:
- Enhanced security posture: Operators replacing ageing SBCs have significantly reduced exposure to SIP-based fraud and zero-day vulnerabilities by leveraging advanced encryption and consistent security updates.
- Minimal disruption: CSPs moving from static SBCs have minimised downtime and service risk through structured migration strategies, including interoperability testing and phased rollouts.
- Growth-ready infrastructure: Providers preparing for 5G or expanding their IMS core have found BorderNet’s architecture and licencing model easily accommodates evolving needs.
Key Practices for Ongoing SBC Management
Migration is just the beginning. To maintain long-term performance, security, and value, CSPs should take a proactive approach to SBC management.
Best practices include:
- Utilise centralised tools: Platforms such as Enghouse EMS streamline day-to-day provisioning, monitoring, and performance management from a single interface.
- Prioritise security analytics: Continuously monitor for anomalies and threats to prevent potential issues before they escalate.
- Regular reviews: Periodically evaluate SBC usage, licencing structure, and feature requirements to ensure alignment with changing operational goals and budgets.
By adopting these practices, your SBC becomes more than just a voice gateway—it becomes a strategic asset supporting your long-term success.
With industry consolidation and technology shifts accelerating, CSPs must ensure their voice infrastructure is not only secure but scalable. SBCs like Dialogic BorderNet offer the flexibility and reliability to support evolving network demands without compromising control or compliance.
Want to explore a modern SBC replacement strategy? Schedule a consultation or demo to see how BorderNet can support your operational goals.
